Starting this week, Norman Rockwell Museum has become an official partner of ArtBabble, the first dedicated place on the Web for art videos. Launched in April 2009, ArtBabble allows users to explore high-quality video content created by such partner organizations as the Museum of Modern Art, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Visit http://www.artbabble.org to view, share, and comment on original video content from Norman Rockwell Museum. New videos, including artist interviews, original documentaries, and behind-the-scenes content, will be added on a regular basis.

Private Lives: Public Persona

Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.

Join us Thursday evenings this month as our Private Lives: Public Persona summer lecture and performance series continues. Highlights include actress Robin Lane’s portrayal of Mexican artist Friday Kahlo, artist James Warhola's memories of his uncle Andy Warhol, and a musical performance from the Jeanne Laurin Trio. Free with Museum admission.

August 6

Artful Lives: A Living Portrait of Frida Kahlo

August 13

The Many Lives of Andrew Warhola

August 20

Jeanne Laurin Trio

August 27

New York Stories: John Sloan as Illustrator

Looking for a creative outlet for your kids this summer? Drop in and enjoy one of the Norman Rockwell Museum’s summer art workshops. Inspired by the art in the galleries and the scenic grounds of the Museum property, these workshops offer a perfect way to spend a summer morning. A new project is offered each day.

Summer Art Club

Tuesdays, August 4, 11, 18

10 a.m. to noon, for ages 7 and up

Create Together: A Parent-Child Experience

Wednesdays, August 5, 12, 19

10 to 11:30 a.m.

For parents and children ages 4 and up